202 results for 'Curt Gabrielson'

Curt Swan: A Life in ComicsThis biography explores the remarkable career of Curt Swan, the artist behind Superman's iconic artwork for over 30 years. Swan's storytelling, draftsmanship, and design...

Curt Flood's Fight for Free Agency in Professional Sports In 1969, Curt Flood's decision to challenge Major League Baseball's rules had far-reaching consequences. Traded from the St. Louis Cardinals...

Anatomy of the Soul: Surprising Connections Between Neuroscience and Spiritual Practices that Can Transform Your Life and Relationships by Curt Thompson. Discover the surprising pathways for...

Helter Skelter: A Detailed Account of the Manson Murders and Their Trial. This concise overview provides essential information about the events leading up to and following the infamous murders...

Discover the joy of tinkering with this engaging collection of hands-on projects. Curt Gabrielson shares over 30 fun and educational activities that explore life sciences, physics, chemistry, earth...

Tinkering Kids Learn by Making Stuff offers practical guidance for parents and educators who want to encourage hands-on learning with children. With over 20 years of experience in hands-on science,...

Elegant People: A History of the Band Weather Report is the definitive account of Weather Report, the pioneering fusion band of the 1970s and beyond. Founded by three jazz legends, Joe Zawinul, Wayne...

Chesterton humbly stands in the Iowa corn fields. A quiet life is about to be disrupted for Ben Turney and his family as they move there to work at Bethel Church.When an Islamic society starts...

Detective Carl Mørck and his team at Department Q are presented with a cold case that refuses to stay cold. In 1987, Nete Hermansen planned revenge on those who abused her, including Curt Wad, a...

Curt Bannerman made a promise to ensure his best friend's family was taken care of in the event of Eric's death. Eighteen months later, he's still keeping an eye on them, but his feelings for the...

The Presidents and the Pastime: A History of Baseball and the White House By Curt Smith, published by University of Nebraska Press in 2018. This engaging history explores the fascinating relationship...

The Cultural Revolution A Very Short Introduction by Richard Curt Kraus China's decade-long Great Proletarian Cultural Revolution had a profound impact on Chinese politics and the world. As we...

Reclaiming Our Forgotten Heritage: How Understanding the Jewish Roots of Christianity Can Transform Your Faith by Curt Landry. The roots of the Christian church are rooted in Judaism, yet over time,...

Angels Cry Sometimes by Josephine Cox is a heart-wrenching novel about finding happiness again after heartbreak and despair. When Marcia's world is torn apart, she must confront the darkness that...

The Soul of Desire: Discovering the Neuroscience of Longning, Beauty, and Community by Curt Thompson. Our longings are complex and multifaceted, driven by a deep-seated desire to be known. According...

Ian Curtis's intensely personal writings, presented in So This Is Permanence, offer a unique glimpse into the life and creative process of one of the most enigmatic songwriters of the late twentieth...

Behind the Crimson Curtain by E. B. Golden is a captivating fantasy debut that weaves together elements of magic, rebellion, and romance. On the coal-choked island of Luisonn, a tyrannical regime...

The Accomplice A Novel by Curtis Jackson and Aaron Philip Clark is a gripping thriller that combines suspense and intrigue. Nia Adams, a determined and ambitious Texas Ranger, is tasked with...

The Curtiss X-Planes: A Story of VTOL Aircraft Development Francis H. Dean's in-depth account of Curtiss Wright Corporation's 1950s and 1960s efforts to develop a vertical takeoff aircraft is a...

A standalone novel about a tragic event that shatters the lives of those affected. The story follows a character with a twisted plan, driven by grief and anger, as he targets innocent people in his...

The curtain is about to fall, but disaster strikes. In this Pathfinder Second Edition adventure, four 18th-level characters must become heroes once again as they scramble to untangle and stand...

It was 1960 and golf was at its peak in America. This year saw the sport's biggest stars shine, including Arnold Palmer, Ben Hogan, and Jack Nicklaus, as they battled for dominance and chased their...

Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson's remarkable comeback story is one of the most inspiring in recent history. From the depths of personal loss to achieving unparalleled success as a businessman and media...

Postcard America: Curt Teich and the Imaging of a Nation, 1931-1950This comprehensive study explores the cultural significance of linen postcards, which were incredibly popular in the United States...

The Curtain: An Essay in Seven Parts by Milan Kundera In this thought-provoking collection of seven essays, Milan Kundera explores the history and value of the novel, arguing that its true...

Behind the scenes at the Royal Opera House, a world of magic and music awaits. This behind-the-scenes tour takes readers from department to department, revealing what's involved in putting on a...

Curtis Cuffie was an artist who lived and worked in New York's East Village from the mid-1980s until his death in 2002. He began his career as a teenager, moving to the city from Hartsville, South...

The Second Curtain by Roy Fuller is a gripping crime novel that explores the darker side of human nature. When an old friend's disappearance sets off a chain of events, middle-aged writer George...

Brian Evenson's The Open Curtain is a contemporary gothic tale that explores the apocalyptic connection between religion and violence. When Rudd stumbles upon a dark secret while researching a school...

The Curtiss P-40 B, C, D, E is a detailed guide to the development and production of this iconic fighter aircraft. In 1939, the US Army Air Forces decided to produce the Curtiss P-40, primarily due...

Behind the Curtains is an autobiography by Thomas Wells, detailing his remarkable recovery from a life-changing accident that left him with spinal cord injury and paralysis. After struggling to...

The House of Curtains by G. H. Teed is a long complete novel of detective adventure abroad.Published in 2021, this new volume brings exciting additions to the Sexton Blake Library series.Order now...

A sultry summer afternoon in 1936 sets the stage for a gripping tale of love, death, and deception. When a young woman witnesses an attempted murder in a London hotel room, she finds herself...

Ion Curtain by Anya Ow In a tense interstellar Cold War between the UN and Russia, humanity's survival hangs in the balance. A powerful artificial intelligence has been discovered on a destroyed...

Red Curtain Up by Beryl Grey A culturally significant work now available in paperback. This publication is in the public domain and can be freely copied and distributed within the United States...

Things are amiss at 99 Maple Lane. Ingrid's dad's job is in jeopardy and her brother Ty's moodiness is causing concern. Meanwhile, a new soccer coach has taken over, but their icy demeanor raises...

T.C. Boyle's "The Tortilla Curtain" is a powerful exploration of assimilation and the American Dream. In this tragicomic novel, two couples from different worlds collide in unexpected ways, leading...

The Last Curtsey: The End of the English Debutante by Fiona MacCarthy is a fascinating exploration of a bygone era. In 1958, the traditional ritual of curtseying to the Queen was coming to an end,...

Behind the Curtain by Beth Kery is a seductive standalone romance that explores the intense connection between two people from different worlds. Journalist Asher Gaites returns to his hometown of...

Danny Devereux's life has been a fragile entity, shaped by memory and the passage of time. As he reflects on his meteoric rise to fame, he reveals the power games that propelled him to the top - and...

The Tortilla Curtain by T. C. Boyle is a gripping novel that explores the complex relationships between two men from different worlds. When Delaney Mossbacher, a wealthy Californian, encounters a...

Set in the immediate post-war years, this is the third in a series of stories featuring Inspector Vignoles, a railway detective working out of Leicester Central station, on the London Extension...

Curtain of Rain by Tew Bunnag is a story that weaves together two lives and their intertwined memories. A long-suppressed memory comes alive, pulling its owner back to the place of its origin, where...

Colin Cowherd's Raw offers an unfiltered look at the world of sports, revealing behind-the-scenes scandals, inter-team rivalries, and the lives of athletes on and off the field. Drawing on personal...

Potsdamer Platz, Or, the Nights of the New Messiah Ecstatic VisionsA frenzied tale of orgy as salvation in Weimar Berlin, this 1919 novel by Curt Corrinth presents an excessive vision of free love...

The Garden, the Curtain and the Cross This beautifully illustrated hardback storybook takes children on a journey from the Garden of Eden to God's perfect new creation. It presents a memorable and...

The curtain falls to reveal a story of love and tragedy. In 1952, two young lovers met in secret at the Southern Cross theatre in London's West End. Their relationship was marked by clandestine...

When Caton accepts a position as her boss's wife's personal assistant, she's not sure what to expect. But meeting Amelia, the wife in question, sets off a chain of events that challenges everything...

Behind the Pine Curtain by Gerri Hill is a poignant and powerful novel about the enduring power of love and identity. Fifteen years after being forced to leave her hometown, Jacqueline Keys returns...

Sarah Thomson and Marco Donato's complicated love affair continues, their passion deep but both wary of exposing vulnerabilities. Meanwhile, Sarah researches a new subject. In 1930s Germany,...

Perforating the Iron Curtain: European Détente, Transatlantic Relations, and the Cold War, 1965-1985 This collection of essays provides a detailed account of the European détente process, shedding...

Behind the Iron Curtain: Confession of a Soviet Architect by Feliks Novikov is a unique insight into the life and work of one of the last surviving Soviet architects. Born in 1927, Novikov recounts...

Karolina, Or the Torn Curtain by Maryla Szymiczkowa is a gripping mystery that combines elements of comedy and crime. When Karolina, her maid, goes missing and is later found dead, Zofia Turbotyńska...

Behind the Iron Curtain, life was full of everyday struggles and desires. In this humorous memoir, Oliver Fritz recounts his experiences growing up in East Germany, where kids dreamed of retirement...

Curtain is the final major project of Steve Ditko's career, spanning over 900 pages of new material. Originally published in 27 comic books between 2008 and his death in 2018, this body of work has...

The Heart's Curtain Poems by Madeleine Onraet is a collection of poems that emerge from years of meditation and inquiry into the nature of suffering. Through her search for understanding, Madeleine...

Behind the Teak Curtain offers a unique insight into rural politics and development in Burma. First published in 2006, this fieldwork-based study examines how one of the world's most repressive...

The Final Curtsey: A Royal Memoir by Margaret Rhodes is an intimate and revealing autobiography that offers a unique glimpse into the life of the late Margaret Rhodes, first cousin of Queen Elizabeth...

Czechoslovakia Behind the Iron Curtain is a historical account of life in communist Czechoslovakia during the 20th century. The book explores the experiences of ordinary people living under the...

A young British student's arrival in Russia in 1992 offers a unique glimpse into life in the country after 74 years of communism. As he explores this fascinating land, he finds himself navigating a...

The Curtain Never Moved is a heart-wrenching true story about the author's childhood, which seemed idyllic until her mother's untimely death from cancer. After this devastating loss, the author's...

Behind the Presidential Curtain: A Unique Insight into Paul Kagame's Life. Noble Marara, a former bodyguard of Rwandan President Paul Kagame, shares his remarkable experience working closely with the...

The Iron Curtain Over America This book offers a unique perspective on the internal decay and external threats facing American society, revealing the underlying forces driving these issues. The...

Curtains? The Future of the Arts in America by Michael M. Kaiser explores the current state of arts institutions and the challenges they face in the 21st century. The author argues that unless steps...

The curtain is about to go up on a Women's Guild variety and dramatic show when disaster strikes. One of the leads loses her voice, setting off a chain of calamities that are only partially...

The Curtiss Aerocar 1928-1940 is a comprehensive history of an innovative travel trailer that blended aircraft design principles with engineering creativity. Glenn H. Curtiss, a pioneering engineer...

Detective Inspector Joanna Piercy is tasked with investigating a series of unsettling incidents at an isolated farmhouse. Her client, Timony Weeks, was once a child star in a popular soap opera, and...

Iron Curtain: A Love StoryA story of love, betrayal, and lost illusions set against the backdrop of the Cold War's end. Milena, a Red Princess trapped in luxury, finds herself drawn to Jason, a...

Iron Curtain A Love Story by Vesna Goldsworthy is a piercingly evocative East-West love story that stands out for its sharp wit and tender precision. Set against the backdrop of the 1980s, this novel...

Behind The Curtain: My Life and Rocky Horror is a unique insight into the creation and success of The Rocky Horror Show. Martin Fitzgibbon, the drummer recruited for the show's launch in 1973, shares...

The Swish of the Curtain Blue Door 1 Pamela Brown In a small town, seven resourceful children share a dream of being famous. One day, they stumble upon a disused chapel and turn it into a theatre...

Tony Curtis: A Biography of Resilience This biography offers a fresh perspective on the life of Tony Curtis, tracing his journey from his teenage years in New York to his passing at 85. Through...

The Conversation Game: A Systematic Program for Mastering English Conversation by Curt Reese is a comprehensive approach to teaching and learning basic conversation skills in English. This 130-page...

The films of David Lynch are often shrouded in mystery. His dreamscapes feature bizarre characters and obscure symbols, leaving audiences both perplexed and transfixed. This enigmatic quality has led...

The Final Curtain by Keigo Higashino is a gripping mystery that weaves together two seemingly unrelated cases. In Tokyo, Detective Michiko Oshitani's lifeless body is discovered in an apartment...

Curtain: Poirot's Last Case is a gripping mystery novel by Agatha Christie, featuring the iconic detective Hercule Poirot. The story takes place at Styles, the venue of Poirot's first investigation,...

Curtain Call by Graham Hurley is a contemporary thriller that delves into the world of politics and power. When investigative journalist Mitch Culligan seeks out Enora Andresson, a successful actress...

The History of Alexander by Quintus Curtius Rufus is a narrative history of the life and campaigns of Alexander the Great. Written in the 1st century AD, this work is one of the five surviving...

Behind That Curtain is the third novel in Earl Derr Biggers' Charlie Chan series. Set primarily in California, this mystery follows Sir Frederic Bruce, a former head of Scotland Yard, as he pursues a...

The Icon Curtain: The Cold War's Quiet Border By Yuliya Komska University of Chicago Press, 2015 In the heart of Europe's oldest borderlands lies a lesser-known landscape that challenges our...

Still Waters: The Secret World of LakesCurt Stager's exploration of lakes around the world reveals the intricate connections between human activity and the natural world. From the pristine waters of...

Learn to create beautiful window coverings for every room in your home with this comprehensive guide. Rebecca Yaker shares her expertise to help you measure, cut, and sew your own curtains, from...

Agatha Christie: A Life in the Theatre reveals the lesser-known side of her life as a playwright. From her early attempts at writing plays to her record-breaking achievements in the West End and...

An Old Carriage with Curtains is the concluding novel in a trilogy that has become a landmark of Palestinian fiction. Set against the backdrop of decades of historical change and displacement, this...

The Pictorial Turn by Neal Curtis This collection of essays explores the role of pictures and images in our culture, examining their relationship to language, their power over observers, and their...

Curtiss 1907-47 is a comprehensive history of the Curtiss Company's aircraft production from its early beginnings to its eventual sale in 1947. Glenn Hammond Curtiss was a key figure behind the...

Window Shopping Through the Iron Curtain presents a unique collection of images capturing the commercial aesthetic of Eastern Europe during the late 20th century. Between 1986 and 1990, photographer...

The Final Curtain by Keigo Higashino is a gripping mystery that brings together two seemingly unrelated cases in unexpected ways.A decade ago, Detective Kyoichiro Kaga's mother went missing under...

Behind the Curtain: A Chilling Exposé of the Banking Industry In 1968, a landmark court case in Credit River, Minnesota, USA, shed light on a shocking truth about the banking industry. First National...

The Final Curtain: Obituaries of Fifty Great Actors by Michael Coveney is a unique collection of obituaries that bring to life the lives and careers of some of the most notable actors of our time...

Curtain: Poirot's Last Case is Agatha Christie's masterpiece, now available in a print-on-demand edition suited to readers of classic detective fiction.A wheelchair-bound Hercule Poirot returns to...

The Curtiss P-40 Warhawk: A Legendary Fighter Aircraft. First flown in 1938, the Curtiss P-40 Warhawk was a iconic American fighter aircraft used by the United States and its Allies during World War...

Curtain Up! offers practical advice and expert guidance for anyone involved in putting on a theatre production. This comprehensive guide covers every aspect of staging a show, from planning to...

Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh's 1957 European tour was a theatrical phenomenon that has largely gone untold. David Barry now brings to light the inside story of this incredible production, which...

The Curtiss F11C/BFC and Bf2c is a detailed history of one of the last fighter aircraft developed by the Curtiss Corporation for the USN. Developed in response to the introduction of Boeing's F4B,...

The Final Curtain: Burma 1941-1945 is a collection of interviews with some of the few surviving veterans of this most arduous campaign. Conducted over seventy-five years ago, these accounts offer a...

Tanks at the Iron Curtain 1960-75 by Steven J. Zaloga is a detailed analysis of the technology and tanks that faced off against each other on opposite sides of the Iron Curtain during the height of...

At the end of World War II, the Soviet Union found itself in control of a vast territory in Eastern Europe. Anne Applebaum's book explores how Stalin's regime converted these countries to communism,...

Behind the Curtain is a fascinating exploration of the changing landscape of Eastern European football since the fall of communism. Jonathan Wilson delves into the world of football behind the old...

The play revolves around a shooting that takes a deadly turn. When the show opens at the Grosvenor Theatre to a packed house, Brandon Baker is killed by a real bullet. As another member of the...